Britains Got Talent: Last News

Amanda Holden has cheekily revealed she’s asked Simon Cowell for a rather luxury bonus for choosing last year’s Britain’s Got Talent winner, Sydnie Christmas, as her golden buzzer act.The presenter has admitted that she’d like a luxury holiday in the Maldives as a reward - as well as a contract renewal for the hit ITV talent show. The presenter, who is set to co-host the Royal Variety Performance for its 112th year this Sunday with comedian Alan Carr, spoke out about her bond with winner Sydnie ahead of the big show, saying: “Can I just say Sydnie is amazing! We’ve spent lots of special moments together this year.” In an ITV interview for the show, she divulged: “As Sydnie was my golden buzzer and won the show, I’ve actually asked Simon Cowell for a holiday in the Maldives and a renewal of contract as a bonus! He said he’s thinking about the first one!” Amanda, 53, has been a judge on Britain’s Got Talent since its launch in 2007 and clearly isn’t shy about jokingly making the most of her successes on the show to negotiate a few extra perks.The Royal Variety Performance, airing on ITV on Sunday, marks another milestone in Amanda’s career as she takes the stage to host the show alongside her close friend Alan Carr.

Authorities searching for the missing Britain's Got Talent contestant Martyn Crofts have made a heartbreaking discovery. A body has been found in a reservoir during the ongoing search for the comedian, who went missing on Monday (16 December). Martyn, known as 'The Pan Man', had wowed judges Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon on the popular ITV reality show in 2012.

Presenter, pop star and children’s author Alesha Dixon tells us she feels “so lucky” to be back on the Britain’s Got Talent judging panel for the 13th year in a row. As we sit down for an exclusive chat with Alesha, fresh from the talent show’s first round of auditions in Blackpool, she says, “I’m on a bit of a comedown from them.

Little Aiyla Mota's infectious smile filled the room when Alesha Dixon, judge on Britain's Got Talent, surprised her with the fantastic news that she had won a Pride of Britain Child of Courage award.The brave five year old, who underwent amputation of both legs and five fingers in March 2023 due to sepsis, was visiting the BGT auditions in Blackpool this week with her mum, Eulanda. After being given a tour of the TV set-up, Alesha presented her with a magical golden envelope. An excited Aiyla told The Mirror: "I was so excited!" Meanwhile her mum, Eulanda, 28, added: "When we first heard we were going to Blackpool, I told her we were going on a night away.

Britain's Got Talent star Will Read has died, it was revealed today.The 51-year-old toured with Gloria Estefan and performed alongside David Walliams on the ITV show as part of musical act The Showbears.The group appeared in sparkly sailor suits in BGT's live semi-final back in 2012 with comedian David also joining them on stage in a matching costume during that year's final. Will, who was from Macclesfield, is reported to have died at hope on August 7 with his brother Tom and friend at his side following a battle with cancer, with one friend saying on Facebook: "Sleep peacefully Will, what a beautiful soul you were." An obituary notice for the star described him as an "accomplished musician excelling in percussion, drum and vocals" saying he cruised the world as a musical director on ships.

Singer Sydnie Christmas burst into floods of tears as she was crowned winner of Britain's Got Talent 2024 in tonight's live final (Sunday, 2 June).They will now go on to perform in front of members of the Royal Family at the Royal Variety Performance on Friday, 22 November, at the Royal Albert Hall in London. And that’s not the only prize - they also walk away with a huge £250,000 prize pot.

Britain's Got Talent contestant Alex Mitchell brought the live final show to a heartfelt pause on Sunday 2 June as he dedicated a moment to honour rugby legend Rob Burrow.The 41-year-old sportsman's death was announced by his former team, Leeds Rhinos, and tributes flooded in - including an emotional message from Prince William. Alex, a teaching assistant by day, took to the BGT stage for the grand finale, aiming to snag the £250,000 prize and the coveted spot at the Royal Variety Performance. Winning over everyone with his stand-up comedy that cleverly incorporated his tics, Alex touched the audience further with his tribute.

Peter Andre surprised fans with an unexpected cameo during the Britain's Got Talent final.The Mysterious Girl singer popped up in magician Trixy's act, leaving the audience and judges gobsmacked.The magic began when Simon Cowell was asked to pick a number between one and 52, with the TV personality choosing number 34. Trixy then revealed his phone list pairing musicians with numbers, and under 34 was none other than Peter Andre.

Amanda Holden has been back on screens over recent weeks for the current series of Britain's Got Talent, and was even joined by her youngest daughter Hollie in a recent episode.The 12-year-old sat alongside judge Simon Cowell's son Eric, with the two youngsters even running onto the stage to hit the golden buzzer for act Haribow's audition. And following Hollie's rogue TV appearance, a source has told OK! that we may be seeing a lot more of her as Amanda has plans to turn her into a 'big star'.

During Wednesday night’s Britain’s Got Talent live semi-final, viewers flooded to social media fearing one act may and in tragedy. On Wednesday 29 May, American sword swallower Heather Holliday, 38, put on a particularly daring performance that sparked complaints to Ofcom. Viewers were horrified as Heather plunged an array of swords down her throat right in front of the judging panel, which left Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon cringing.

Just two days before the Britain's Got Talent final and arguably one of the biggest nights of his life, Tom Ball was rushed to hospital because of his type 1 diabetes - a condition that has seen him in and out of hospital since he was eight years old. The secondary school teacher turned singing sensation has since been fitted with a new technology to help manage his diabetes which will soon be offered to other type 1 sufferers across the UK.Tom, 26, who hails from West Sussex, near Brighton – and married his fiancée back in November 2022 – stole the hearts of the nation when he took to the stage in 2022 to audition for Britain's Got Talent.

Amanda Holden is known for her daring fashion choices on Britain's Got Talent.The 53 year old star has previously revealed that she takes style cues from celebs like Jennifer Lopez and Kylie Minogue. So she's not afraid to push the envelope with some rather risque ensembles. However, Amanda, a mum of two, believes BGT is the perfect platform to "take risks" and despises the notion of "dressing for your age".

Britain's Got Talent fans have confessed that they "feel old" after watching previous winner George Sampson.The then 14-year-old dancer George won the show with his famous Singing in the Rain routine back in 2008. After winning the second series of BGT, George then went on to land acting roles in the likes of Waterloo Road.

Maria Fowler has shared a new remedy for hayfever, which she says works 100%.Taking to Instagram, the former TOWIE star, 37, shared a snap of her television as she shared that she had been for an anti-hayfever injection. She wrote: "Good evening! Hope you're all well, today I went for my Hayfever injection and if anyone's unsure about this I can confirm it 100% works! "I get Hayfever so bad to the point where I have to go to bed because my symptoms are making me so ill [laughing emoji]." According to the NHS website 'if steroids and other hay fever treatments do not work, the GP may refer you for immunotherapy.' This means you'll be given small amounts of pollen as an injection or tablet to slowly build up your immunity to pollen.This kind of treatment usually starts a few months before the hay fever season begins.

Lagi Demetriou, best known for his performances on Britain's Got Talent as one half of Stavros Flatley, has undergone a remarkable transformation since his days on the ITV talent show. Alongside his father Demi, Lagi captured the hearts of audiences with their Greek-infused Lord of the Dance routine, complete with leather trousers and comical blonde wigs, back in 2009. Despite their unforgettable audition, Lagi and Demi fell short of clinching the top prize, losing out to dance troupe Diversity.

Britain's Got Talent magician and veteran Lance Corporal Richard Jones has revealed what the judges are really like backstage. Richard, 33, from Essex, got into magic while he was posted overseas, as it was a good way to help him stay focused while he was away from home and he was able to entertain his comrades.

Stunning Amanda Holden has joked about 'loving hanky panky' in a new trailer for her sex history documentary that starts on Monday night, 18 September.The 52-year-old Britain's Got Talent judge sported a number of eye-catching outfits in the trailer - from a nun's habit to the iconic Marilyn Monroe white dress and wig. Posting the video to her socials just a few hours before the show aired, Amanda invited her fans to joing her as a "very entertained voyeur" as she explores the sexual behaviours of the past in her new SEX: A Bonkers History on Sky.

TV star Amanda Holden has said that “it’s absolutely ridiculous” that people still talk about her risqué outfit choices as she gets set to front the new Sky History documentary Sex: A Bonkers History. Amanda, 52, who has been a judge on Britain’s Got Talent since 2007, is famed for her sensational looks on the show, though some have been known to attract a flurry of Ofcom complaints in the past.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Britain’s Got Talent retired police dog Finn has sadly died at the age of 14.The beloved pup wowed the judges, as well as viewers at home, when he appeared on the ITV talent show alongside his handler PC Dave Wardell back in 2019. As a mind reading duo, Finn, who was a German Shepherd, and Dave went on to secure a place in the final and captured the hearts of people across the country thanks to their incredible bond. During their pair’s audition, Dave called the dog his “best friend” and detailed how Finn was stabbed multiple times while protecting him.

Amanda Holden is known for her bold and fearless outfit choices, but her latest fashion find is sure to have fans rushing to add it to their basket. The Britain’s Got Talent judge shared a look at her outfit on Thursday over on Instagram, as she wore a white linen midi dress from Reiss t work, and mentioned how versatile it is as she revealed she needed something she could wear for her job at Heart Radio, that she could also wear to something at her youngest child’s school.

Britain’s Got Talent fans couldn’t hide their disappointment on Sunday when comedian Viggo Venn scooped this year’s win, despite some stiff competition from several other acts. Over 100 fans were so unimpressed by the result in fact, that they contacted broadcasting regulator OFCOM to complain, despite the result being decided by a public vote on 4 June.